Using atropine eyedrops to treat myopia in children

Atropine 0.01% Eyedrops for Evolutive Myopia Treatment in Children. MYOPSTOP

Observational Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne · NCT04252989

This study tests whether daily atropine eyedrops can help children with worsening nearsightedness see better.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment50 (estimated)
AgesN/A to 18 Years
SexAll
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne Academic / other
Locations1 site (Saint-Etienne)
Trial IDNCT04252989 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on the treatment of evolutive myopia in children using atropine 0.01% eyedrops, administered once daily. The study aims to collect data on the effectiveness of this treatment, which has shown promising results in clinical practice since 2017 at the hospital of Saint-Etienne. By building a comprehensive database, the investigators hope to publish their findings and share their experiences regarding the treatment of myopia in the French pediatric population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children with active myopia who are being treated with atropine 0.01% eyedrops.

Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those who are non-compliant with the treatment regimen.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly slow the progression of myopia in children, potentially reducing the risk of severe vision complications later in life.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with atropine treatment for myopia, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Children with active myopia treated with ATROPINE 0.01% eye drops
* patient affiliated with a social security organization
* agreement of both parents

Exclusion Criteria:

* non compliance with treatment

Where this trial is running

Saint-Etienne

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions MyopiaChildrenatropine
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